2027 MBA Marketing Summer Intern

Mattel; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Mattel is seeking MBA Marketing Summer Interns for a 10–12 week program based at our El Segundo, CA headquarters. Interns will be placed in Brand, Franchise, Toy Marketing, Brand Strategy Partnerships or Marketing Activation groups to learn by doing alongside experienced managers and mentors.

You will join a cross-functional team to deliver on go-to-market strategies, activations, and product initiatives while gaining exposure to senior leadership and a network of interns.

Qualifications

• MBA student enrolled in a full-time program, graduating 2028.
• Experience presenting to small and large audiences is preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint required.

Responsibilities

• Support global brand management and marketing activities across assigned area.
• Contribute to development of marketing assets and campaigns.
• Assist in go-to-market planning and activation for U.S. markets.
• Collaborate with Sales, Insights, Design and other groups on projects.
• Present project results to senior management at internship end.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Public speaking

Education

MBA – 1st year (graduation 2028)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER.It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Team:

This is Marketing at Mattel. We work with play! Our portfolio of leading global brands has right-now impact, and we have teams dedicated to inspiring and developing the next great toy brand! We’re no ordinary family entertainment company. In addition to developing our own IP, we work with pretty much all of the top licenses around the globe, from superheroes to supermodels to superstar wrestlers. We’re in the digital space with exciting online and mobile content, and we have the unique opportunity to help shape the development and memories of this generation of children- and hopefully generations to come. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you read on for further details.

The Opportunity:

Mattel is currently seeking MBA Marketing Summer Interns. Our internship program is driven by a single focus: to find our future leaders. We encourage interns to push boundaries because we want to see how far you might take us some day. We provide you with phenomenal managers, mentors and buddies to help you accomplish more than you would have thought possible. And we team you up with other interns because every great thing that comes out of Mattel is done as a team. The MBA Intern Program runs 10-12 weeks and based at headquarters in El Segundo, CA.

A Mattel marketing intern will be hired into one of the following marketing areas on a particular brand or account:

Brand Team:

Responsible for global brand management by creating and developing global brand strategy, content, product, and communication assets to drive sell in and sell through.

Franchise Marketing:

Responsible for developing global x-category business plans, marketing strategy and activations for top Mattel IP across touchpoints including TV, Film, YouTube, Music, Live Events, Gaming, Partnerships and consumer products in the Toy aisle and beyond.

Toy Marketing:

Responsible for category strategy, line architecture, works with toy design & development teams, sell-in & distribution, go-to-market strategies

Brand Strategy Partnerships:

Responsible for spearheading the company’s growth through strategic partnerships and corporate and bran alliances

Marketing Activation:

Activate global brand campaigns at the local level across categories. Develops and executes overall go-to-market strategy and activation for the U.S., [annual planning, line selection, pricing, media and local partnerships.]

Responsibilities will vary based on placement and may include:

• New Product Development
• Marketing Program Development and/or Execution
• Cross-Category Franchise Planning
• New IP Launch Support
• Strategic Thinking
• Analysis and Action
• Promotional planning and execution
• Channel management
• Digital retailing
• Category growth
• Identify opportunities through shopper and consumer insights
• Partner with various groups including Sales, Insights, Design, etc.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Individual: Day-to-day and special project responsibilities within one of our current finance teams.
• Group: Work in a cross-functional intern group on a project that will be presented to senior management at the end of the internship.
• Networking: Various information sessions, field trips, meet & eat lunches with executives, and networking events.

What We’re Looking For:

• 1st year MBA student enrolled in a full-time program (2nd year MBA student in part-time program), graduating in 2028
• Minimum 3 years work experience
• Proficient in Excel and Power Point
• Interest in toys, dolls, cars, games, entertainment, pop culture and/or action figures in Mattel’s portfolio of Brands
• Experience presenting to small & large audiences at all levels

Preferred Requirements:

• Marketing, entertainment, and/or CPG experience

The requirements of this position may change from time to time in accordance with the changing conditions of the business. Therefore, Mattel requires the incumbent to be flexible and to assume any corresponding changes in responsibilities.

What It’s Like to Work Here:

• We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
• We collaborate:Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate:At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute:We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher- Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.